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Baden-Württemberg
Lörrach
Binzen

Rötteln Castle – The Lower Gate loop from Binzen

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Hiking trails & Routes
Germany
Baden-Württemberg
Lörrach
Binzen

Rötteln Castle – The Lower Gate loop from Binzen

Moderate

7

hikers

Rötteln Castle – The Lower Gate loop from Binzen

03:33

12.6km

260m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Südschwarzwald

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.96 km

Rümminger Moos

Nature Reserve

2

6.36 km

Rötteln Castle

Highlight • Castle

Impressive building in front of the Swiss border.

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6.47 km

Exposed Tree Roots at the Picnic Area

Highlight • Natural Monument

Great for children: this tree has exposed its roots and is perfect for climbing. Right next to it is a small picnic and barbecue area with a great view of the castle 🏰

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6.70 km

The view from the keep of Rötteln Castle is definitely worth the many steps and the entrance fee. Especially if you are on the Westweg trail, because then you can …

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6.93 km

The Lower Gate

Highlight • Historical Site

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6.96 km

Rötteln Castle

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Rötteln Castle ruins are one of the most impressive castles in Southern Baden. Many walls, watchtowers, and even residential buildings from the original complex are still preserved today. Wandering through …

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7.09 km

Westweg Portal at Rötteln Castle

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The 12th and last portal of the Westweg.

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9.32 km

View of Lörrach

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Once you've made it up, the view is awesome! :-)

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9.81 km

Great all-round view over the border triangle...

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12.6 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.04 km

2.68 km

2.26 km

1.66 km

Surfaces

4.64 km

2.44 km

2.17 km

1.97 km

861 m

541 m

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

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Thursday 8 October

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8°C

20 %

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